British Transplant champion Alicia Armstrong has struck gold at the World Games in Argentina.
INSPIRATIONAL teenager Alicia Armstrong may need an extra suitcase for her return journey from Argentina.
For the 14-year-old from Hexham has won five gold medals and two silver in swimming at this week‘s World Transplant Games.
Going to Argentina having achieved three golds and a bronze at the British Transplant Games in Newcastle earlier this month.
Alicia nearly died after being diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia in 2012 but received a life saving bone marrow transplant, which has allowed her to get back in the pool.
And her commitment to swimming is certainly paying off as her incredible medal haul shows.
More details to follow.
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